Preparing To Install The Freezer; Troubleshooting Tips; Before You Call For Service - GE FH5 Owner's Manual

Preparing to install the freezer.

Read these instructions completely and carefully.
Freezer Location
Your freezer should be conveniently located for
day-to-day use in a dry, well-ventilated room.
For most efficient operation, it should not be
located where the air temperature around the
freezer is higher than 110°F. (43°C.) or colder
than 32°F. (0°C.).
Clearances
Allow 3" (76 mm) on all sides for proper air
circulation.

Before you call for service...

Troubleshooting Tips

Save time and money! Review the charts on the following
pages first and you may not need to call for service.
Problem
Freezer does not
operate
Freezer starts
too frequently
Freezer operates
too long
Noisy operation
or cabinet vibrates
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Possible Causes
Freezer is unplugged.
The fuse is blown/circuit
breaker is tripped.
Lid left open.
Too frequent or too long
lid openings.
Temperature control
set too cold.
Lid left open.
Too frequent or too long
lid openings.
Temperature control
set too cold.
Inadequate air circulation
space around cabinet.
Floor may be weak, causing
freezer to vibrate when
compressor is on.
Cabinet is not positioned
solidly on floor.
Be sure to install your freezer on a floor strong
enough to support it when it is fully loaded.
The freezer must be solidly positioned on the floor if
it is to function at its best. Shims may be used to
accomplish this wherever the floor is too uneven. If
the place selected for the freezer is damp or moist,
place 2 X 4's (51 mm X 102 mm) under its entire
length to assure adequate support.
What To Do
• Push the plug completely into the outlet.
•Replace fuse or reset the breaker.
• Check to see if package is holding lid open.
•See About the operation of your freezer.
• Check to see if package is holding lid open.
• See About the operation of your freezer.
•See Preparing to install the freezer.
• Placing 2 X 4's (51 mm X 102 mm) under the length of
the freezer will help support it and may reduce vibration.
•Adjust legs. See Preparing to install the freezer. Or use
shims for uneven floor.